Kaya Kyoto Nijo Castle, BW Signature Collection (with kids)
How Kids-Friendly is Kaya Kyoto Nijo Castle, BW Signature Collection?
What makes it 67% Kids-Friendly: Children welcome; elevator and lounge offer juice and snacks. Breakfast buffet lists children's meals. Nijo Castle grounds 500 m away give space to explore without long travel.
Good match for:
- Culture-Seeking Families: Minutes from Nijo Castle and serene gardens for educational strolls.
- Boutique Hotel Lovers: Stylish Japanese design rooms with in-room play nook for kids.
Things to keep in mind:
- Pool-Seeking Families: No on-site pool; nearest public pool is 2 km away.
- Resort-Style Vacationers: Urban boutique layout lacks large kids’ club or water park.
What is so special about Kaya Kyoto Nijo Castle, BW Signature Collection for with kids?
- Steps from Nijo Castle and traditional gardens
- Child-friendly lounge with free juice and snacks
- Rooms feature a raised play nook for kids
- Paid breakfast buffet includes kid favorites
- Free Wi-Fi and organic tea set for family relaxation
Transport & Nearby Access
Marutamachi Metro Station: 660m (8 min walk)
Direct 3-min ride to Kyoto Imperial Palace.
Nijōjō-mae Metro Station: 800m (10 min walk)
Closest stop for Nijo Castle and city loop.
JR Nijo Station: 1.7 km (5 min drive)
Quick taxi to JR lines for Arashiyama or Osaka.
Kids-Friendly Activities around Kaya Kyoto Nijo Castle, BW Signature Collection
Nijō Castle Ninomaru Goten Palace: 490m (6 min walk)
UNESCO castle with palace halls and moat swan boats.
Tip: Arrive at opening (8:45 AM) to avoid crowds and let kids feed koi.
Ninomaru Garden: 540m (7 min walk)
Traditional garden with ponds and blooming cherry trees.
Tip: Look for colorful carp in the central pond.
Kyoto International Manga Museum: 760m (10 min walk)
Interactive manga library with English-label exhibits.
Tip: Download the English app guide to help kids explore.
Kyoto Gyoen National Garden: 1.0 km (12 min walk)
Wide lawns and tree-lined paths ideal for picnics.
Tip: Pack a bento from nearby shops for a family picnic.
Map of Kaya Kyoto Nijo Castle, BW Signature Collection
Address: 50番 Daimonjichō, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-0071, Japan
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How to get to Kaya Kyoto Nijo Castle, BW Signature Collection:
Take the JR Haruka Express from Kansai Airport to Kyoto Station (75 mins), then a 15-min taxi to the hotel.
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Kids-Friendly Hotel Facilities
Free facilities in Kaya Kyoto Nijo Castle, BW Signature Collection:
Guest Lounge:
15:00–18:00 complimentary juices, snacks and seating
Paid or on request with possible fees:
Breakfast Buffet:
7:30–10:30 AM buffet with pancakes, fruit and rice dishes (¥2,750/adult; ask for child rates)
Accessibility at Kaya Kyoto Nijo Castle, BW Signature Collection:
All public areas are step-free. Elevators connect every floor.
Make the Most of Your Stay
- Ask about child breakfast rates: Children under 5 may eat free or at reduced price; confirm at check-in.
- Use the in-room tea set: Brew green tea with the provided kettle to calm kids before bedtime.
- Reserve castle tickets in advance: Buy Nijo Castle entry online to skip the ticket line on busy days.
Reviews of Kaya Kyoto Nijo Castle, BW Signature Collection (Kyoto)
Ryan Hui
It was a really big room with 4 beds and the fridge was stocked with water and apple juice for free. There is also a movie projector in the room with one of the most luxurious showers ever. The service there was amazing and there was even a maid that made all of our beds even with all my junk on it. They also give you wine and champagne at a certain time that you choose which was fantastic. If you...
Matilda Kraft
Such nice rooms, comfortable beds, large bathrooms and super spacious. The hotel had such a nice atmosphere it was amazing!
J M P
We travelled to Japan as a family and for Japanese living experience this hotel was recommended to us. We were excited to read the reviews but were hugely disappointed with our experience here. Location was ok as se travelled by taxis but not convenient for train travel! We had booked two rooms which without any discussion were booked on different floors and we did not have access to the floor ot...
Elvis AY
Location: it is about 10 mins walk to Nijo castle entrance...but it is not near metro stations...the two nearest metro stations are about 10-12 mins walk from the hotel. Taking buses are preferred. Lucky that there is a Fresco supermarket (not a big one though) not too far away from the hotel. Room:The room is spacious for single use...and there are lots of good amenities provided. But I don't rea...
Shin Loo
A scam! Firstly, we booked a room with a sofa bed and upon booking we requested the hotel to set up the sofa bed in our room for our child but they rejected the request. However we booked a king bed room with a sofa bed on the side which specified that 2 adults and 1 child can stay in the room. They told us that we need to pay an extra fee despite their policy that child can stay for free. (Our ch...
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